Fresh-Guard™
Mold Control & Feed Stability for Total Mixed Rations
What Is Fresh-Guard™?
Fresh-Guard™ is a proprietary blend of microbial inhibitors and propionic acid delivered in a liquid supplement. It helps prevent feed spoilage, mold growth, and heating in total mixed rations (TMR), especially in hot summer months. Designed for high-producing dairy cows, it supports feed freshness, intake, and performance.
Why Use Fresh-Guard™ in
Your Dairy TMR?
Combat Summer Heat, Mold, and Feed Losses
How It Works: Stop Heating. Preserve Nutrition.
Scientifically backed microbial control for your ration.
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Slows aerobic microbial activity in high-moisture grains, silages, and TMRs
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Propionic acid extends shelf life and adds energy value
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Minimizes nutrient loss caused by mold and wild yeast growth
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Easily included in any Westway Feed Products liquid supplement — no extra mixing needed
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Cows fed Fresh-Guard™ consumed +5.3 lbs/head/day more (as-fed)
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Milk production improved as dry matter intake increased
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Mold counts increased 500× in control TMR vs. minimal rise in treated feed
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Treated TMR stayed near ambient temperature for 24+ hours
Benefits of Fresh-Guard™ for Dairy Producers
Fresh-Guard™ delivers real-world value to dairy producers by addressing one of the biggest warm-weather challenges: ration spoilage. From improved bunk life to higher feed intake and easier application, this additive offers a simple, effective way to maintain ration quality and support milk production.
Feature
Reduces feed heating
Inhibits mold & wild yeast
No ration reformulation
Enhances feed shelf life
Boosts feed intake
Benefit
Keeps rations stable in hot weather
Supports cow health and milk yield
Easily added to liquid supplements
Less waste, better bunk life
More consistent DMI and milk flow
